Green River Hill Subdivision Dam

TR-GREEN RIVER· Henderson, Kentucky· Built 1982· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY)
Dam Length372 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDKY01016

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

DAVID SPAINHOWARD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green River Hill Subdivision Dam?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Green River Hill Subdivision Dam?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam is owned by DAVID SPAINHOWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Green River Hill Subdivision Dam built?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Green River Hill Subdivision Dam?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Green River Hill Subdivision Dam?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Green River Hill Subdivision Dam last inspected?

Green River Hill Subdivision Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.